On average, if your car has been “babied,” you can expect your shocks/struts to last about 10 years. If you have really used your car like a workhorse, 5 years is probably all you can expect. This means that for the average driver, 7 or 8 years is the maximumRead More →
Thus, most struts come with 2 struts for the front wheels. A few also offer 4 struts in the box for both the front and the rear tires. Compatibility: To successfully replace the struts of your car, you have to first check if they are compatible for your car. CanRead More →
Struts don’t need to be replaced unless your vehicle is bouncing like it’s on a pogo stick or bottoms out in potholes and over railroad tracks — or unless a mechanic finds that they’re leaking fluid or have been damaged. In some climates, they can also rust. Are bad strutsRead More →
The Warning Signs Of Worn Shocks And Struts Instability at highway speeds. … Vehicle “tips” to one side in turns. … The front end dives more than expected during hard braking. … Rear-end squat during acceleration. … Tires bouncing excessively. … Unusual tire wear. … Leaking fluid on the exteriorRead More →